Actor/comedian/entrepreneur Christopher “Big Black” Boykin, best known for being one half of the titular duo on the hit MTV series Rob & Big, has died at the age of 45.
Boykin’s rep told TMZ he passed away Tuesday morning (May 9), though an official cause of death has not been announced.
Here are some things you need to know:
Christopher “Big Black” Boykin starred on two MTV reality shows with his best friend Rob Dyrdek.
Rob Dyrdek and Big Black had a falling out, but recently patched things up.
Big Black launched his own clothing line in 2012.
Christopher Boykin served in the U.S. Navy before becoming a reality star.
Boykin held two Guinness world records.
He is survived by his wife Shannon and their 9-year-old daughter.
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